# Word on Fire Digital

> Bishop Barron’s streaming app

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wordonfire](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wordonfire)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wordonfire`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Word on Fire Catholic Ministries
- **Category:** LIFESTYLE
- **Downloads:** 81,284
- **Rating:** 4.65 / 5 (652 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.500.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-19
- **First published:** 2018-03-26
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 74 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wordonfire)
- **Website:** [http://www.WordOnFire.org](http://www.wordonfire.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://wofdigital.org/privacy](http://wofdigital.org/privacy)

## Description

Word on Fire Digital is a premium streaming app delivering Bishop Robert Barron's renowned Catholic video series. Subscribers gain instant access to comprehensive programs such as CATHOLICISM and Pivotal Players, which explore the deep richness of the Catholic faith. The app allows watching on any device at any time, providing a flexible way to engage with the content. 

Stay inspired with topical series like 'Mystery of God' and 'David the King,' and be the first to access new releases and exclusive material throughout the year. This app is ideal for those who have benefited from Word on Fire's teachings and desire seamless, on-demand access to their extensive library. Note that the app provides paid subscription content only; additional free resources are available at WordOnFire.org.

## Rankings

- #245,243 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.wordonfire.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Word on Fire Digital is praised for its high-quality Catholic educational content, especially Bishop Barron's inspiring teachings, and an easy-to-use interface. It supports faith growth for converts and returning Catholics alike and offers good device integration. However, users highlight its high cost, frequent sign-in and login challenges, poor subscription renewal communication, missing popular content, and wish for improved content organization and labeling within the app.

### Pros

- High quality and beautiful content focused on Catholicism and religious education.
- Easy to use and navigate app with a friendly user interface.
- Bishop Robert Barron's presentations are inspiring, informative, and spiritually uplifting.
- Content helps converts and returning Catholics deepen understanding of the Catholic faith.
- Integration with devices like Chromecast enhances the viewing experience.

### Cons

- App is expensive compared to other streaming services, making it less accessible to some users.
- Users experience repeated sign-in issues requiring frequent email verification.
- Some frustration with automatic subscription renewals without clear warnings and difficulties obtaining refunds.
- Lack of certain content, such as Bishop Barron's YouTube videos, on the platform.
- Desire for better organization, classification, and episode numbering within the app content.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.wordonfire)